H 3601
An Act to authorize the acquisition of land, the development and construction of an underground railroad, civil rights and black heritage museum and cultural center in Springfield
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This bill authorizes the city of Springfield, Massachusetts, to acquire land and develop a comprehensive museum and cultural center dedicated to the history of the Underground Railroad, civil rights, and Black heritage. The project aims to create a significant cultural landmark that celebrates and preserves this important part of Springfield’s and the nation’s history. It seeks to establish a physical space for education, remembrance, and community engagement related to these themes.
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Bud L. Williams
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Bud L. Williams
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Bill H.3601 194th (Current)
An Act to authorize the acquisition of land, the development and construction of an underground railroad, civil rights and black heritage museum and cultural center in Springfield
By Representative Williams of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3601) of Bud L. Williams for legislation to authorize the acquisition of land, the development and construction of an underground railroad, civil rights and black heritage museum and cultural center in the city of Springfield. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.
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Presenter: Bud L. Williams
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.3601
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 12/24/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4840 |
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